We all need a little luck here and there, whether you’re playing at a casino or hoping to ace a job interview. Sometimes we rely on a lucky piece of clothing to help make a decision, or we keep a lucky item in our pocket in the hope it brings us good luck. For some, their luck may depend on a certain number or what’s in their daily horoscope. We surveyed over 1,200 Americans to better understand their views on “luck” and what habits they may follow to try and ensure that good fortune. More than two-thirds of the people we surveyed (68%) said they believe in the concept of “luck.” While there are dozens of different common lucky beliefs, some of the most popular among respondents included beginner’s luck, wishing on a shooting star, and throwing coins into a fountain. Other commonly held lucky beliefs include picking up pennies, crossing fingers, and knocking on wood to prevent bad luck. Sometimes just a certain color can help someone’s luck; and colors such as black, blue, green, and gray are among the most common lucky colors. If it’s not a lucky color, maybe it’s a lucky day of the week. Friday and Saturday are believed to be the two most lucky days of the week. There are also those who just trust their gut instincts, 88% of people said that they believe in those gut hunches and 89% said they make decisions based on those instincts. Some people take their sports-watching habits very seriously, especially if they believe wearing a certain shirt will help their team win. More than 1 in 10 report having superstitions surrounding their sports teams and how they watch games. Of those with sports superstitions, 41% said those superstitions are outfit-related, 37% said they’re routine-related, 16% said they’re location-related, and 6% said they’re food-related. Even if someone’s in a relationship, it’s not uncommon for people to have a lucky item or accessory. The most common item believed to be lucky? Jewelry. 50% of those with lucky items or accessories said they wear or hold that item whenever they need to make a big decision or have a big event (or maybe they’re at a casino playing the slots). Some of the most common situations where good luck is needed include a job interview, a first date, an important day at work, or a sporting event. In February 2022, we surveyed 1,221 Americans to better understand their beliefs and opinions on lucky habits. Respondents were 48% female and 49% male, with an age range of 18 to 84 and an average age of 38 years old. Make a sure bet—know your limit. Must be at least 21 years old to view this website in its entirety.